1976 BMW 630 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | BMW | Proton |
| Model | 630 | Satria |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
